well, i'm finally starting to feel better. i'm not too nauseous. not too tired. not too achy. and so far, the potential side effect of the neupogen shots - bone pain, hasn't hit me. so i have two more shots to go and then i'm officially done with everything related to chemo. 2 more!
the other good news is that my disability payments FINALLY went through. i've been waiting since september. and finally, with the help of my dr. and social worker, everything got figured out. even though it's not so much money, it's SUCH a relief. with my insurance payments, my medical bills - nevermind food and mortgage...it was getting pretty ridiculous.
This being human is a guest house.
Every morning a new arrival.
A joy, a depression, a meanness,
some momentary awareness comes
As an unexpected visitor.
Welcome and entertain them all!
Even if they're a crowd of sorrows,
who violently sweep your house
empty of its furniture,
still treat each guest honorably.
He may be clearing you out
for some new delight.
The dark thought, the shame, the malice,
meet them at the door laughing,
and invite them in.
Be grateful for whoever comes,
because each has been sent
as a guide from beyond.
-Mewlana Jalaluddin Rumi 1207-1273, written in 1230
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Meghan, what a wonderful Christmas present for you!!
Breathe deeply and easily now.
Two more! Piece of cake!
See you soon!!
- J
Hi Meghan,
Just popping in to say hello, you're thought of daily!
Hey Meghan,
Yeah! So glad to know things are getting better and better. Hope you have a speedy road back to your normal life.
Natalie
Hi Meghan,
Glad to know you are doing better and better. Hope your road to normalcy is speedy.
Natalie
My dear Meghan,
Just found out about your medical sojourn and wanted to wish you a quick "namaste" before dashing off to get the girls...your girls! Bigger now but still the girls. Like the sound of 96% in your favor and bravo to you for opting for the aggressive, though nasty, treatment.
Love, Kate
Meghan,
The round of shots should have ended by now, so I'm hoping you're feeling better, relieved not to have to do that again, and looking forward to the holidays.
Love,
Linda
Hoping all is well.
Love,
Linda
Good morning, Meghan,
The shots are finished now, the payments have been approved, and each day is hopefully bringing more strength and comfort as you leave the past many months behind. Thinking of you every day. Welcome to the Survivor Sisterhood!
Linda
Meghan, sending my best as always and wishing you a Merry Christmas and I am very Happy for your New Year!
Meghan,
I so hope you're doing alright, sending you love and a hug each day, and wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a bright, healthy, Happy New Year.
Love to your family!
Dear Meghan,
It's been almost 3 weeks since last reading your words. I'm holding you in my heart in Provincetown, hoping all is well and sending you a hug.
Love,
Linda
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